The recent Disability Royal Commission, independent research and Government reports indicate that many women living with disability are excluded from participating in decisions that affect their lives on a daily basis. They are often stereotyped as passive, dependent, compliant, powerless or insecure, lacking the confidence required to be secure in life and at work.
The Flagstaff Group is committed to breaking these stereotypes with its Powering Up program, providing information modules, online videos and face-to face workshops to help women gain knowledge and build confidence to live their best lives.
The program’s objectives are to:
Flagstaff’s “Powering Up” program is a holistic and practical approach for women living with disabilities to develop life and employment skills. Funded by the NSW Government’s, Investing in Women program, online modules and face-to-face workshops cover self-esteem, inner health, employment skills and financial success through practical skills and mentoring.
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It was so lovely to meet all the girls at Flagstaff. It was such a rewarding experience to give back and share my knowledge to such a bright bunch of girls. We had great discussions and I hope that they took away some tips in becoming more confident to improve their financial wellbeing.Melanie Ng
It’s informative, I enjoy getting the to know the other women better and have the opportunity to say what I think in a supportive environment
